‘I felt Poch could have done a little bit more.’ Newcastle United defender Kieran Trippier discussed Mauricio Pochettino’s managerial credentials as the Argentine continues to be linked with the Manchester United job. The England international called the current Paris Saint-Germain boss an “unbelievable manager.” However, his man-management skills were not as good as Diego Simeone’s, […]

4 years ago

Doherty helped Kane surpass Thierry Henry’s Premier League goalscoring tally. Harry Kane was full of praise for Matt Doherty following the Irishman’s two assists during Tottenham Hotspur’s 5-0 victory over Everton on Monday night. The Dublin native has been in sublime form in recent weeks and appears to have nailed down the right wing-back position […]

4 years ago

“Seamus Coleman – I actually feel sorry for him.” Jamie Carragher believes Everton are in danger of being relegated to the Championship following their 5-0 to Tottenham Hotspur on Monday Night. The Sky Sports pundit also said he feels ‘sorry’ for Toffees captain Seamus Coleman. Following the defeat at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Everton sit 17th […]

4 years ago

A defensive rift is emerging at Old Trafford. It’s been reported that Eric Bailly ‘wants Harry Maguire dropped’ as Manchester United lost 4-1 to Manchester City, on Sunday, at the Etihad Stadium. As predicted by the likes of Roy Keane and Gary Neville, on Sky Sports, it has not taken long for ‘leaks’ and musing […]

4 years ago

Irish youngsters lit up the lower leagues over the weekend. The Republic of Ireland’s next generation of stars impressed over the weekend in England, and some may even be in line to a call-up to Stephen Kenny’s side later this month. Michael Obafemi and Will Keane were prolific in front of goal whilst Taylor Gardner-Hickman […]

4 years ago

‘If Oliveira is still champion when Conor comes back, we will see then.’ UFC president Dana White addressed criticism about Conor McGregor fighting for the lightweight title in his return to the octagon. McGregor (MMA 22-6) last fought in July 2021 at UFC 264 where he lost to Dustin Poirier in the first round due […]

4 years ago

“It is as urgent as possible.” Declan Rice spoke of his need to play Champions League football ‘as urgent as possible’ with West Ham United chasing a top-four finish this season. The England international, who reportedly is valued at £100m by his club, was named the Premier League Player of the Year at Thursday night’s […]

4 years ago

‘Wyss doesn’t have much respect for Abramovich.’ Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss is looking to buy Chelsea despite not having a footballing background, according to reports. Chelsea’s current owner Roman Abramovich has put the club up for the sale after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Abramovich reportedly wants £3billion for the London team, which he bought […]

4 years ago

“I want to get back in the Ireland squad.” Jack Byrne has discussed his ambitions for club and country ahead of Shamrock Rovers’ match against St. Patrick’s Athletic at Richmond Park on Friday night. The 2019 and 2020 League of Ireland player of the year wants to rediscover the form which saw him earn four […]

4 years ago

“It’s really pathetic, but I wasn’t surprised.” Roy Keane criticised Tottenham Hotspur for their ‘Spursy’ performance as they lost 1-0 to Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium on Tuesday. Boro produced another cup upset as teenager Josh Coburn scored in extra time to ensure the team’s progress into the sixth round. The Championship outfit had already […]

4 years ago

Joelinton has become a fans’ favourite on Tyneside. Joelinton has been a revelation for Newcastle United since Eddie Howe took over as manager at St. James’ Park in November. The 44-year-old has converted Joelinton into a box-to-box midfielder from a target man after a result of unforeseen circumstances. In the process, the Brazilian has been […]

4 years ago

“When he talks, you have to listen.” Anthony Elanga received ‘great’ advice from Cristiano Ronaldo before he broke into Manchester United’s first team. The Swedish under-21 international established himself in the Man United team squad three months ago under interim boss Ralf Rangnick. Elanga has scored three times in 2022 -with Premier League goals against […]

4 years ago

The former Rangers player won’t challenge James McClean again. James McClean got sent off in stoppage-time as Wigan Athletic beat Fleetwood Town 2-0 at the DW Stadium, on Tuesday night. The Derryman had scored the second goal of the night, following fellow Republic of Ireland teammate Will Keane’s opener. Joe Garner will not be as […]

4 years ago

Sky Sports Soccer Saturday are on the verge of capturing Mark Chapman. Sky wants Match Of The Day 2 host Mark Chapman to replace Jeff Stelling as the host of Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday. The 48-year-old has been approached by Sky to make the switch which would be a huge blow for the BBC. Jeff […]

4 years ago

‘If I’m daft enough to get hit by Whyte – I don’t deserve to be champion.’ Tyson Fury was the only boxer to show at the pre-fight press conference as he takes on Dillian Whyte for the heavyweight championship of the world at Wembley Stadium on April 23. The Gypsy King is as confident as […]

4 years ago

“I’m excited. I can’t wait, I will be there.” Kamaru Usman says that both Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal could be underestimating each other ahead of UFC 272 on Saturday night at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. He has, however, tipped Masvidal to emerge victorious from the bout. Masvidal has an MMA record of […]

4 years ago

Monday mayhem as the League of Ireland resumed. League of Ireland action took centre stage on Monday night as a sprinkler interrupted play at the Belfield Bowl, Jack Byrne’s performance reminded Stephen Kenny of his credentials, and tricky wingers stood out for their sides. Sprinklers and wheelbarrows overshadow UCD v Shelbourne. Sprinklers and wheelbarrows were […]

4 years ago

“Unbelievable Jeff.” Chris Kamara is reportedly set to leave Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday at the end of the Premier League season. The Daily Mail reports that the 64-year-old has ‘seen the writing on the wall’ with the impending departure of long-term Soccer Saturday host Jeff Stelling at the end of the current campaign. Kamara – […]

4 years ago

This weekend saw Irish players flourish across Europe. It was a great weekend to be an Irish supporter as Caoimhin Kelleher won the Carabao Cup, Matt Doherty returned to form in the Premier League scoring, and there were also man-of-the-match performances from Republic of Ireland players. Caoimhin Kelleher Carabao Cup heroics. The Corkman kept a […]

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“Dublin are in a very different position to previous years.” Dublin lost their fifth game in a row as Kildare beat them 1-12 to 0-12 in the Allianz Football League, on Sunday. Following the game, Dublin manager Dessie Farrell struggled to explain the dip in form since their All-Ireland semi-final exit against Mayo back in […]

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“Leading the title race is not a very comfortable place to be.” Virgil van Dijk has said Liverpool will keep the pressure on Manchester City as it’s ‘uncomfortable’ to be put under pressure in the Premier League title race. Jurgen Klopp’s side are chasing the leaders and are currently six points behind with a game […]

4 years ago

“I’ve been at the top of the game for 15-16 years.” Cristiano Ronaldo wants to win more trophies despite having been successful with Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus. The five-time ballon dor winner will go down as a legend since he won five Champions League trophies, seven league titles, and six domestic cups. The […]

4 years ago

Bayern Munich is planning to become a ‘selling club.’ Bayern Munich’s finances have taken a major hit due to the covid-19 pandemic and will no longer pursue Europe’s biggest players. The German side is no longer able to compete financially with their European rivals and ‘plan to become a selling club.’ They’ll now focus on […]

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“I’ll just be relaxed and calm and try to prepare like any other game.” Caoimhin Kelleher is in line to start the Carabao Cup Final against Chelsea at Wembley on Sunday. In January, following Liverpool’s semi-final victory over Arsenal, Jurgen Klopp revealed the Corkman would start in the final. Klopp said: “I don’t see any […]

4 years ago

‘You have to be world-class to play for Man United.’ Michael Owen and Rio Ferdinand gave contrasting views on Anthony Elanga following his first Champions League goal in Manchester United’s 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night. The 19-year-old came off the bench for the Red Devils to slot his shot past Jan Oblak […]

4 years ago

“We don’t chase City, we try to win our football games.” Jurgen Klopp spoke about the Premier League title race on Wednesday night after Liverpool’s 6-0 demolition of Leeds United at Anfield. The Reds’ win saw them go within three points of Manchester City with a superior goal difference. The champions play host to Liverpool […]

4 years ago

‘Ange has a great deal of respect from me for sticking with his beliefs’ Martin O’Neill believes Ange Postecoglou is now reaping the rewards of sticking to his philosophy after a tough start to the season with Celtic. The former Australian manager has won 10 domestic games in a row which has seen Celtic go […]

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‘We have more identity as a team’ Bruno Fernandes talks pre-match as Manchester United kick-off their last-16 Champions League first-leg tie against Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium this evening at 8:00 pm. The Reds come into this highly anticipated encounter on an improved run of form. They have won two Premier League matches […]

4 years ago

‘Lefty’ has issued an apology Phil Mickelson apologised for “reckless” remarks about a proposed Saudi-backed breakaway league and announced he will be taking a break from golf. The six-time major winner revealed to biographer Alan Shipnuck, in an interview released in November. He called the Saudis “scary motherf*****r to be involved with.” The American had […]

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Newcastle United are currently unbeaten in six matches under Eddie Howe. Eddie Howe took charge of Newcastle United in November in hope of keeping them in the Premier League. The Magpies currently sit outside the relegation zone in 17th thanks to a six-game unbeaten run dating back to December. The former Bournemouth boss took charge […]

4 years ago

Champions League action returns tonight Champions League holders Chelsea return to action on Tuesday night against French Champions Lille with kick-off at 8 pm. Thomas Tuchel’s side got a favourable draw in the last-16 despite finishing runners-up. The Ligue 1 conquerers currently sit 11th. The London side is currently not in the richest run of […]

4 years ago

Irish talent flourished across the UK over the weekend Shane Long got his first Premier League goal in two years as Evan Ferguson made his Brighton debut. Elsewhere Joel Bagen, Eiran Cashin, and Jake Doyle-Hayes were crucial for their clubs in action. Super Shane Long gets off the mark. The 35-year-old nodded home Southampton’s second […]

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‘King of the North – I’m back on top now.’ Kell Brook stopped Amir Khan with a dominant display in the 6th round to claim victory in Manchesters AO Arena on Saturday night. The past decade has been full of animosity between the pair as the boxers had initially met in the ring as amateurs […]

4 years ago

‘To manage one of the biggest clubs in Scotland is a dream come true.’ Jim Goodwin makes the move to Aberdeen from St. Mirren where he replaces the outgoing Stephen Glass. The 40-year-old has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal at Pittodrie. The Irishman had managed St. Mirren since 2019 where he managed to establish The Buddies […]

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League of Ireland and GAA matches have been postponed across the weekend Storm Eunice has left its mark around the country as many sporting events have been called off due to unplayable pitches. The sporting calendar has been hindered by the yellow and red weather warnings across the country. There were average wind speeds of […]

4 years ago

The League of Ireland is back! The 2022 League of Ireland season got underway as Storm Eunice was in full effect. Finn Harps V Drogheda United getting called off meant there were three games on display in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division on Friday. Jack Byrne’s creativity dismantles UCD. Shamrock Rovers beat UCD 3-0 […]

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‘What we have created has never been done before in Ireland.’ Damien Duff takes charge of his first competitive game as Shelbourne manager against St. Patrick’s Athletic on Friday night in a sold-out Tolka Park. The two-time Premier League winner has added 13 players to his side that won the First Division last season under […]

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“In the last weeks, definitely the best performance from him.” Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal of 2022 as Manchester United beat Brighton and Hove Albion 2-0 at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. Ronaldo’s Portuguese compatriot Bruno Fernandes scored the second goal of the night for Ralf Rangnick’s side as Man United returned to winning […]

4 years ago

There has been an inquest into the FAI Junior Cup penalty shoot-out between Ballyheane and Ballinasloe as the Mayo side were controversially knocked out. Ballyheane FC were knocked out of the FAI Junior Cup by Ballinasloe Town on penalties at the weekend under controversial circumstances. The penalty shootout was level at 6-6 before Ballyheane scored […]

4 years ago

It was a good weekend for Irish supporters across England. Throughout the leagues in England, Irish talent flourished last weekend as Aaron Connolly and Mark Travers set the Championship alight. Seamus Coleman delights fans The former Sligo Rovers defender claimed Everton’s opening goal, to win their first league game in two months as they beat […]

4 years ago

The ups and the downs of the weekend’s Premier League action. The business end of the Premier League season is approaching as the top four and relegation battles heat up. Here are some of the main talking points from the weekend’s action, from Seamus Coleman scoring to Man United struggling, plus Kieran Trippier’s effect on […]

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“We’re one step behind now, but the tournament is definitely not out of reach.” France beat Ireland 30-24 in Paris, but young Leinster hooker Dan Sheehan took some plaudits for a late intervention that could prove crucial. The 24-year-old reflected on his impressive performance at the Stade de France after coming on midway through the […]

4 years ago

Liam Scales for the Republic of Ireland? Liam Scales scored from distance for Celtic against Raith Rovers in the fifth round of the Scottish Cup. The former UCD and Shamrock Rovers player put Celtic ahead with a stunning effort against the Scottish Championship side. The Celtic number 5 will be setting his sights on becoming […]

4 years ago

“I’m the champ. You want it, come get it!” Israel Adesanya contested Robert Whittaker to a decision win at UFC 271 in Houston, Texas. This rematch was a chess match in comparison to their first fight. The Nigerian-born middleweight from New Zealand beat Whittaker for a second time, the first being in 2019, with a […]

4 years ago

Everything you need to know about France v Ireland this weekend. The match between France and Ireland in Paris this Saturday could be the biggest game of the Six Nations campaign. Andy Farrell’s men will be hoping to build on their bright start after last week’s victory over Wales. But France will be difficult opposition, […]

4 years ago

“I’m gonna find a way to win like I always do.” Irish MMA fighter Ian Garry joined The MMA Hour to discuss his upcoming fight against Darian Weeks at UFC 273 in April. UFC 273 in Jacksonville, Florida, will be Garry’s second UFC fight after his first-round KO against Jordan Williams at UFC 268 in […]

4 years ago

“It was vintage Philippe Coutinho.” Steven Gerrard was full of praise for Philippe Coutinho last night following his starring performance for Aston Villa against Leeds United. The Brazilian international won the man of the match award in the 3-3 draw which saw the midfielder get a goal and two assists. After Coutinho’s display, it wouldn’t […]

4 years ago

“Shamrock Rovers F.C. welcomes the decision announced today by the FAI.” The FAI have lifted Shamrock Rovers’ stadium ban for the opening game of the League of Ireland season against UCD at Tallaght Stadium. The Premier Division champions were due to play the first match of the new campaign behind closed doors after an incident […]

4 years ago

“It means the world to him, it means the world to his people.” Jurgen Klopp has been speaking about AFCON stars Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah’s return to club football ahead of the game against Leicester City on Thursday. Salah and Mane went head to head at the African Cup of Nations final on Sunday […]

4 years ago

Postecoglou is working wonders at Celtic. Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has imposed a dominant, attacking style of play on the team, which has been labelled ‘Ange ball’ by supporters. His footballing philosophy and transfer dealings have revolutionised the Scottish football giants. Here’s how Postecoglou turned things around at a club that was down in the […]

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